#255 1974 Honda CT90K5 "Trail 90"
VIN: CT901506387
Odometer: 01218
Engine: 90cc single
Trans.: 4-spd. Manual (with ratio reduction box)
The Honda CT90 was manufactured from 1966 to 1979. It was offered in Trail or X models. The models differed in gear ratios and tire style.
Ending with the 1967 model year, these bikes were fitted with a dual rear sprocket for a Low gear/High gear arrangement. This helped with heavier loads or uphill climbs. The design was cumbersome and required an extra length of chain to be added by the operator, to fit around the larger gear. In 1968, a ratio reduction sub-transmission supplanted the dual sprocket design. The two-speed gearbox was easily operated by a small lever while the bike was in neutral and idling.
From the owner of this 1974 Honda CT90 Trail model...
I purchased the bike from a longtime friend and work associate back in 2016. He held out for a couple years before he came to the realization his riding days were done. My friend bought the bike from Fred Borst who was a mechanic at our workplace. Fred was a great mechanic and liked to pay attention to details. My friend John Gallagher used the bike over at his cabin near Naches riding Forest Service roads. I had big plans to clean up and ride the bike, but other priorities intervened, and I never got to it. I have not tried to start the bike because I wanted to drain the crankcase, add a new battery and new fresh oil before risking any damage. The bike has been sitting in my garage for almost 10 years now and has accumulated some dust and grime.
The bike has an auxiliary gas tank, padded rear seat which can be attached to the luggage rack. I have the original manuals, a couple shop / repair manuals, the original tool kit and a box of restoration, service items as well as a new battery and miscellaneous other Honda parts. Should make a nice easy project rig for a new owner.
VIN: CT901506387
Odometer: 01218
Engine: 90cc single
Trans.: 4-spd. Manual (with ratio reduction box)
The Honda CT90 was manufactured from 1966 to 1979. It was offered in Trail or X models. The models differed in gear ratios and tire style.
Ending with the 1967 model year, these bikes were fitted with a dual rear sprocket for a Low gear/High gear arrangement. This helped with heavier loads or uphill climbs. The design was cumbersome and required an extra length of chain to be added by the operator, to fit around the larger gear. In 1968, a ratio reduction sub-transmission supplanted the dual sprocket design. The two-speed gearbox was easily operated by a small lever while the bike was in neutral and idling.
From the owner of this 1974 Honda CT90 Trail model...
I purchased the bike from a longtime friend and work associate back in 2016. He held out for a couple years before he came to the realization his riding days were done. My friend bought the bike from Fred Borst who was a mechanic at our workplace. Fred was a great mechanic and liked to pay attention to details. My friend John Gallagher used the bike over at his cabin near Naches riding Forest Service roads. I had big plans to clean up and ride the bike, but other priorities intervened, and I never got to it. I have not tried to start the bike because I wanted to drain the crankcase, add a new battery and new fresh oil before risking any damage. The bike has been sitting in my garage for almost 10 years now and has accumulated some dust and grime.
The bike has an auxiliary gas tank, padded rear seat which can be attached to the luggage rack. I have the original manuals, a couple shop / repair manuals, the original tool kit and a box of restoration, service items as well as a new battery and miscellaneous other Honda parts. Should make a nice easy project rig for a new owner.
VIN: CT901506387
Odometer: 01218
Engine: 90cc single
Trans.: 4-spd. Manual (with ratio reduction box)
The Honda CT90 was manufactured from 1966 to 1979. It was offered in Trail or X models. The models differed in gear ratios and tire style.
Ending with the 1967 model year, these bikes were fitted with a dual rear sprocket for a Low gear/High gear arrangement. This helped with heavier loads or uphill climbs. The design was cumbersome and required an extra length of chain to be added by the operator, to fit around the larger gear. In 1968, a ratio reduction sub-transmission supplanted the dual sprocket design. The two-speed gearbox was easily operated by a small lever while the bike was in neutral and idling.
From the owner of this 1974 Honda CT90 Trail model...
I purchased the bike from a longtime friend and work associate back in 2016. He held out for a couple years before he came to the realization his riding days were done. My friend bought the bike from Fred Borst who was a mechanic at our workplace. Fred was a great mechanic and liked to pay attention to details. My friend John Gallagher used the bike over at his cabin near Naches riding Forest Service roads. I had big plans to clean up and ride the bike, but other priorities intervened, and I never got to it. I have not tried to start the bike because I wanted to drain the crankcase, add a new battery and new fresh oil before risking any damage. The bike has been sitting in my garage for almost 10 years now and has accumulated some dust and grime.
The bike has an auxiliary gas tank, padded rear seat which can be attached to the luggage rack. I have the original manuals, a couple shop / repair manuals, the original tool kit and a box of restoration, service items as well as a new battery and miscellaneous other Honda parts. Should make a nice easy project rig for a new owner.